ROY BENAVIDEZ EL

ROY BENAVIDEZ EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD school district, located in SAN ANTONIO, TX with about 654 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 42 teachers, ROY BENAVIDEZ EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

ROY BENAVIDEZ ELementary School, located in the South San Antonio Independent School District, serves as a neighborhood hub dedicated to the academic and personal development of its students. Named in honor of the renowned Medal of Honor recipient and Texas native Master Sergeant Roy P. Benavidez, the school emphasizes values such as resilience, integrity, and service. The campus environment is designed to foster a supportive learning atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential through a comprehensive curriculum that addresses both core academic subjects and the holistic needs of the child.

As part of the South San Antonio ISD, the school focuses on creating equitable opportunities for its diverse student body. The faculty and staff prioritize building strong relationships with families and the surrounding community to ensure that students are well-prepared for their future educational journeys. By integrating modern instructional strategies with a culture of high expectations, ROY BENAVIDEZ ELementary aims to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared to meet the challenges of middle school and beyond while honoring the legacy of leadership and courage represented by its namesake.

For more information, contact ROY BENAVIDEZ EL at (210) 977-7175 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.